The 2019-20 campaign delivered a triumphant return to the Championship for Rotherham as The Millers secured automatic promotion with a hard-fought 2nd-place finish in League One. The season, which was ultimately curtailed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, was anchored by the attacking prowess of club-record signing Freddie Ladapo, whose crucial 14 league goals proved vital in a campaign built on resilience and a clear tactical identity under manager Paul Warne. Ladapo's blend of strength and intelligence up front proved instrumental in securing the promotion spot, making it a standout year that re-established The Millers in the second tier and remains a defining chapter in the club's modern history.